2007 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1999 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Brava |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
